Gryphon Family General Purpose Handheld Linear Imager or Laser Bar Code Readers

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1 Gryphon Family General Purpose Handheld Linear Imager or Laser Bar Code Readers Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100 Gryphon BT4100/ L GD4300 Product Reference Guide

2 Datalogic Scanning, Inc. 959 Terry Street Eugene, Oregon USA Telephone: (541) Fax: (541) An Unpublished Work - All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this documentation or the procedures described therein may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission of Datalogic Scanning, Inc. or its subsidiaries or affiliates ("Datalogic" or Datalogic Scanning ). Owners of Datalogic products are hereby granted a non-exclusive, revocable license to reproduce and transmit this documentation for the purchaser's own internal business purposes. Purchaser shall not remove or alter any proprietary notices, including copyright notices, contained in this documentation and shall ensure that all notices appear on any reproductions of the documentation. Should future revisions of this manual be published, you can acquire printed versions by contacting your Datalogic representative. Electronic versions may either be downloadable from the Datalogic website ( or provided on appropriate media. If you visit our website and would like to make comments or suggestions about this or other Datalogic publications, please let us know via the "Contact Datalogic" page. Disclaimer Datalogic has taken reasonable measures to provide information in this manual that is complete and accurate, however, Datalogic reserves the right to change any specification at any time without prior notice. Datalogic and the Datalogic logo are registered trademarks of Datalogic S.p.A. in many countries, including the U.S.A and the E.U. All other brand and product names referred to herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. Microsoft Windows, Windows XP and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Patents Gryphon I GD4100, I GD4100-HC This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents: Design Patents: CN ZL ; CN ZL ; EP870787; USD599799; USD Utility Patents: CN ZL ; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; USRE Gryphon GM41XX, GBT41XX This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents: Design Patents: CN ZL ; CN ZL ; CN ZL ; EP870787; EP ; USD599799; USD606076; USD Utility Patents: CN ZL ; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; USRE BC40XX UV Counterfeit Detection, CFS4000, CHR-GM40 This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents: Design Patents: CN ZL ; EP ; USD Gryphon L GD4300 This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents: Design Patents: CN ZL ; CN ZL ; EP870787; USD599799; USD Utility Patents: EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; EP B1; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US ; US Additional patents pending.

3 Table of Contents INTRODUCTION... 9 About this Manual... 9 Overview... 9 Manual Conventions...10 References Technical Support Datalogic Website Support...10 Reseller Technical Support...10 Telephone Technical Support...10 About the Reader The BC40xx Radio Base Base LEDs...11 Base Button...12 BC40XX UV Counterfeit Detection Display Battery Safety Programming the Reader Configuration Methods...16 SETUP Unpacking Setting Up the Reader Installing the Interface Cable Configuring the Base Station Changing the Base Station Position...21 Connecting the Base Station...22 Connecting the Base when Security Pin is Enabled...25 Linking the Reader to a Base Station...25 Linking a BT Reader to a PC...26 GRYPHON I System and Network Layouts Stand Alone Layouts...27 Interface Selection Setting the Interface...29 Customizing Configuration Settings Configure Interface Settings...33 Global Interface Features...33 Configuring Other Features...33 Software Version Transmission...33 Resetting the Product Configuration to Defaults...34 Replacing the Battery...35 CONFIGURATION USING BARCODES Configuration Parameters...37 Reading Configuration Barcodes...38 GLOBAL INTERFACE FEATURES 39 Host Commands Obey/Ignore...39 USB Suspend Mode...39 RS-232 ONLY Interface Baud Rate...42 Data Bits...43 Stop Bits...43 Parity...44 Handshaking Control...45 RS-232/USB-Com Interfaces Intercharacter Delay...47 Beep On ASCII BEL...47 Product Reference Guide 1

4 Contents Beep On Not on File...48 ACK NAK Options...49 ACK Character...50 NAK Character...50 ACK NAK Timeout Value...51 ACK NAK Retry Count...51 ACK NAK Error Handling...52 Indicate Transmission Failure...52 Disable Character...53 Enable Character...53 Keyboard Interface Country Mode...56 Caps Lock State...59 Numlock...60 Send Control Characters...61 Wedge Quiet Interval...62 Intercharacter Delay...63 Intercode Delay...64 USB Keyboard Speed...65 USB Keyboard Numeric Keypad...66 USB-OEM Interface USB-OEM Device Usage...68 Interface Options...68 IBM 46XX Interface xx Number of Host Resets...70 Transmit Labels in Code 39 Format...72 Interface Options...72 Wand Emulation Interface Wand Signal Speed...74 Wand Polarity...74 Wand Idle State...75 Transmit Noise...75 Label Symbology Conversion...76 Data Format Global Prefix/Suffix...78 Global AIM ID...79 GS1-128 AIM ID...80 Label ID...81 Label ID: Pre-loaded Sets...81 Label ID: Set Individually Per Symbology...81 Label ID Control...82 Label ID Symbology Selection...83 Set Global Mid Label ID Characters...89 Case Conversion...90 Character Conversion...90 Reading Parameters Double Read Timeout...92 Label Gone Timeout...93 Sleep Mode Timeout...94 LED AND BEEPER INDICATORS Power On Alert...96 Good Read: When to Indicate...96 Good Read Beep Type...97 Good Read Beep Frequency...97 Good Read Beep Length...98 Good Read Beep Volume...99 Good Read LED Duration SCANNING FEATURES Scan Mode Stand Mode Triggered Timeout Stand Detection Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT 4100/L GD4300

5 Contents Stand Mode Sensitivity Scanning Active Time Flash On Time Flash Off Time Green Spot Duration Code Selection DISABLE ALL SYMBOLOGIES CODE EAN/UPC Coupon Control UPC-A UPC-A Enable/Disable UPC-A Check Character Transmission Expand UPC-A to EAN UPC-A Number System Character Transmission UPC-A Minimum Reads UPC-E UPC-E Enable/Disable UPC-E Check Character Transmission Expand UPC-E to EAN Expand UPC-E to UPC-A UPC-E Number System Character Transmission UPC-E Minimum Reads GTIN FORMATTING EAN 13 (JAN 13) EAN 13 Enable/Disable EAN 13 Check Character Transmission EAN-13 Flag 1 Character EAN-13 ISBN Conversion EAN 13 Minimum Reads ISSN ISSN Enable/Disable EAN 8 (JAN 8) EAN 8 Enable/Disable EAN 8 Check Character Transmission Expand EAN 8 to EAN EAN 8 Minimum Reads UPC/EAN GLOBAL SETTINGS UPC/EAN Decoding Level UPC/EAN Correlation UPC/EAN Price Weight Check In-Store Minimum Reads ADD-ONS Optional Add-ons Optional Add-On Timer Optional GS1-128 Add-On Timer P2 Add-Ons Minimum Reads P5 Add-Ons Minimum Reads GS1-128 Add-Ons Minimum Reads CODE Code 39 Enable/Disable Code 39 Check Character Calculation Code 39 Check Character Transmission Code 39 Start/Stop Character Transmission Code 39 Full ASCII Code 39 Quiet Zones Code 39 Minimum Reads Code 39 Decoding Level Code 39 Length Control Code 39 Set Length Code 39 Set Length Code 39 Interdigit Ratio Code 39 Character Correlation Product Reference Guide 3

6 Contents Code 39 Stitching CODE 32 (ITAL PHARMACEUTICAL CODE) Code 32 Enable/Disable Code 32 Feature Setting Exceptions Code 32 Check Char Transmission Code 32 Start/Stop Character Transmission CODE 39 CIP (FRENCH PHARMACEUTICAL) Code 39 CIP Enable/Disable CODE Code 128 Enable/Disable Expand Code 128 to Code Code 128 Check Character Transmission Code 128 Function Character Transmission Code 128 Sub-Code Change Transmission Code 128 Quiet Zones Code 128 Minimum Reads Code 128 Decoding Level Code 128 Length Control Code 128 Set Length Code 128 Set Length Code 128 Character Correlation Code 128 Stitching GS GS1-128 Enable CODE ISBT ISBT 128 Concatenation ISBT 128 Force Concatenation ISBT 128 Concatenation Mode ISBT 128 Dynamic Concatenation Timeout ISBT 128 Advanced Concatenation Options CODABLOCK F Codablock F Enable/Disable Codablock F EAN Enable/Disable Codablock F AIM Check Codablock F Length Control Codablock F Set Length Codablock F Set Length INTERLEAVED 2 OF 5 (I 2 OF 5) I 2 of 5 Enable/Disable I 2 of 5 Check Character Calculation I 2 of 5 Check Character Transmission I 2 of 5 Minimum Reads of 5 Decoding Level I 2 of 5 Length Control I 2 of 5 Set Length I 2 of 5 Set Length I 2 of 5 Character Correlation I 2 of 5 Stitching FOLLETT 2 OF Follett 2 of 5 Enable/Disable INTERLEAVED 2 OF 5 CIP HR Interleaved 2 of 5 CIP HR Enable/Disable STANDARD 2 OF Standard 2 of 5 Enable/Disable Standard 2 of 5 Check Character Calculation Standard 2 of 5 Check Character Transmission Standard 2 of 5 Minimum Reads Standard 2 of 5 Decoding Level Standard 2 of 5 Length Control Standard 2 of 5 Set Length Standard 2 of 5 Set Length Standard 2 of 5 Character Correlation Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT 4100/L GD4300

7 Contents Standard 2 of 5 Stitching INDUSTRIAL 2 OF Industrial 2 of 5 Enable/Disable Industrial 2 of 5 Check Character Calculation Industrial 2 of 5 Check Character Transmission Industrial 2 of 5 Length Control Industrial 2 of 5 Set Length Industrial 2 of 5 Set Length Industrial 2 of 5 Minimum Reads Industrial 2 of 5 Stitching Industrial 2 of 5 Character Correlation CODE IATA IATA Enable/Disable IATA Check Character Transmission DATALOGIC 2 OF Datalogic 2 of 5 Enable/Disable Datalogic 2 of 5 Check Character Calculation Datalogic 2 of 5 Minimum Reads Datalogic 2 of 5 Decoding Level Datalogic 2 of 5 Length Control Datalogic 2 of 5 Set Length Datalogic 2 of 5 Set Length Datalogic 2 of 5 Character Correlation Datalogic 2 of 5 Stitching CODABAR Codabar Enable/Disable Codabar Check Character Calculation Codabar Check Character Transmission Codabar Start/Stop Character Transmission Codabar Start/Stop Character Set Codabar Start/Stop Character Match Codabar Quiet Zones Codabar Minimum Reads Codabar Decoding Level Codabar Length Control Codabar Set Length Codabar Set Length Codabar Interdigit Ratio Codabar Character Correlation Codabar Stitching ABC CODABAR ABC Codabar Enable/Disable ABC Codabar Concatenation Mode ABC Codabar Dynamic Concatenation Timeout ABC Codabar Force Concatenation CODE Code 11 Enable/Disable Code 11 Check Character Calculation Code 11 Check Character Transmission Code 11 Minimum Reads Code 11 Length Control Code 11 Set Length Code 11 Set Length Code 11 Interdigit Ratio Code 11 Decoding Level Code 11 Character Correlation Code 11 Stitching GS1 DATABAR OMNIDIRECTIONAL GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional Enable/Disable GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional GS1-128 Emulation GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional Minimum Reads GS1 DATABAR EXPANDED Product Reference Guide 5

8 Contents GS1 DataBar Expanded Enable/Disable GS1 DataBar Expanded GS1-128 Emulation GS1 DataBar Expanded Minimum Reads GS1 DataBar Expanded Length Control GS1 DataBar Expanded Set Length GS1 DataBar Expanded Set Length GS1 DATABAR LIMITED GS1 DataBar Limited Enable/Disable GS1 DataBar Limited GS1-128 Emulation GS1 DataBar Limited Minimum Reads CODE Code 93 Enable/Disable Code 93 Check Character Calculation Code 93 Check Character Transmission Code 93 Length Control Code 93 Set Length Code 93 Set Length Code 93 Minimum Reads Code 93 Decoding Level Code 93 Quiet Zones Code 93 Stitching Code 93 Character Correlation MSI MSI Enable/Disable MSI Check Character Calculation MSI Check Character Transmission MSI Length Control MSI Set Length MSI Set Length MSI Minimum Reads MSI Decoding Level PLESSEY Plessey Enable/Disable Plessey Check Character Calculation Plessey Check Character Transmission Plessey Length Control Plessey Set Length Plessey Set Length Plessey Minimum Reads Plessey Decoding Level Plessey Stitching Plessey Character Correlation CODE Code 4 Enable/Disable Code 4 Check Character Transmission Code 4 Hex to Decimal Conversion CODE Code 5 Enable/Disable Code 5 Check Character Transmission Code 5 Hex to Decimal Conversion CODE 4 AND CODE 5 COMMON CONFIGURATION ITEMS Code 4 and 5 Decoding Level Code 4 and Code 5 Minimum Reads WIRELESS FEATURES WIRELESS BEEPER FEATURES Good Transmission Beep Beep Frequency Beep Duration Beep Volume Disconnect Beep Base Station Beep Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT 4100/L GD4300

9 Contents Leash Alarm CONFIGURATION UPDATES Automatic Configuration Update Copy Configuration to Scanner Copy Configuration to Base Station Automatic Flash Update Request Flash Update Powerdown Timeout BATCH FEATURES Batch Mode Send Batch Erase Batch Memory RF Batch Mode Transmit Delay DIRECT RADIO AUTOLINK RF ADDRESS STAMPING Source Radio Address Transmission Source Radio Address Delimiter Character Features for Star Models Only STAR Radio Protocol Timeout STAR Radio Transmit Mode DISPLAY FEATURES Contrast Font Size Backlight Display Mode Display Timeout Keypad Select Bluetooth-Only Features BT SECURITY FEATURES BT Security Mode BT Pin Code Select PIN Code Length Set PIN Code BT HID FEATURES BT HID Variable PIN Code BT HID ALT Mode BT HID Send Unkown ASCII Char OTHER BT FEATURES BT Poll Rate LASER FEATURES Laser Scan Angle Laser Idle Mode Bi-Directional Read Decoding Always On Scan Mode Timeout REFERENCES RS-232 Parameters RS-232 Only RS-232/USB COM Parameters Keyboard Interface Wedge Quiet Interval Intercharacter Delay Intercode Delay Symbologies Decoding Level Set Length Data Editing Global Prefix/Suffix Global AIM ID Label ID Character Conversion Reading Parameters Product Reference Guide 7

10 Contents Label Gone Timeout Good Read LED Duration Scanning Features Scan Mode Scanning Active Time Flash On Time Flash Off Time Display Settings Display Mode RF Features Configuration Update RF Address Stamping BT-Only Features MESSAGE FORMATTING Message Formatting Cursor Control Font Selection Clearing Display LED and Beeper Control Messages from Scanner Command Keys Technical Specifications Standard Cable Pinouts LED and Beeper Indications Error Codes Base Station Indications (Cordless Models ONLY) Base Station Button Indicators Standard Defaults Sample Bar Codes Keypad Scancode Tables Control Character Emulation Single Press and Release Keys Interface Type PC AT PS/2, USB-Keyboard or USB-Keyboard for APPLE Interface type PC AT PS/2 Alt Mode or USB-Keyboard Alt Mode Digital Interface IBM31xx 102-key IBM XT Microsoft Windows Codepage Index Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT 4100/L GD4300

11 Chapter 1 Introduction About this Manual This Product Reference Guide (PRG) is provided for users seeking advanced technical information, including connection, programming, maintenance and specifications. The Quick Reference Guide (QRG) and other publications associated with this product are downloadable free of charge from the website listed on the back cover of this manual. Overview Chapter 1, (this chapter) presents information about manual conventions, and an overview of the reader, its features and operation. Chapter 2, Setup presents information about unpacking, cable connection information and setting up the reader. Chapter 3, Configuration Using Barcodes provides instructions and barcode labels for customizing your reader. There are different sections for interface types, general features, data formatting, symbology-specific and model-specific features. Chapter 4, Wireless Features describes options and programming related to radio communication features for the RF variants of the Gryphon family. Chapter 5, Laser Features describes options and programming specific to laser models. Chapter 6, References provides background information and detailed instructions for more complex programming items. Chapter 7, Message Formatting provides details for programming options. Appendix A, Technical Specifications lists physical and performance characteristics, as well as environmental and regulatory specifications. It also provides standard cable pin-outs and LED/ Beeper functions. Appendix B, Standard Defaults references common factory default settings for reader features and options. Appendix C, Sample Bar Codes offers sample barcodes of several common symbologies. Appendix D, Keypad includes numeric barcodes to be scanned for certain parameter settings. Appendix E, Scancode Tables lists control character emulation information for Wedge and USB Keyboard interfaces. Product Reference Guide 9

12 Introduction Manual Conventions The following conventions are used in this document: The symbols listed below are used in this manual to notify the reader of key issues or procedures that must be observed when using the reader: Notes contain information necessary for properly diagnosing, repairing and operating the reader. CAUTION The CAUTION symbol advises you of actions that could damage equipment or property. References Current versions of this Product Reference Guide (PRG), Quick Reference Guide (QRG), the Datalogic Aladdin Configuration application, and any other manuals, instruction sheets and utilities for this product can be downloaded from the website listed below. Alternatively, printed copies or product support CDs for most products can be purchased through your Datalogic reseller. Technical Support Datalogic Website Support The Datalogic website ( is the complete source for technical support and information for Datalogic products. The site offers product support, warranty information, product manuals, product tech notes, software updates, demos, and instructions for returning products for repair. Reseller Technical Support An excellent source for technical assistance and information is an authorized Datalogic reseller. A reseller is acquainted with specific types of businesses, application software, and computer systems and can provide individualized assistance. Telephone Technical Support If you do not have internet or access, you may contact Datalogic technical support at (541) or check the back cover of your manual for more contact information. 10 Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT4100/L GD4300

13 About the Reader About the Reader Typically, units are factory-programmed for the most common terminal and communications settings. If you need to modify any programmable settings, custom configuration can be accomplished by scanning the programming barcodes within this guide. Several models of the Gryphon are available, and are covered in this manual: Gryphon I GD Corded linear imager barcode reader Gryphon I GM Cordless linear imager barcode reader with Datalogic STAR. Gryphon L GD Model with Laser scan engine. Gryphon I BT Model with Bluetooth options. Programming can alternatively be performed using the Datalogic Aladdin Configuration application which is downloadable from the Datalogic website listed on the back cover of this manual. This multi-platform utility program allows device configuration using a PC. It communicates to the device using a serial or USB cable and can also create configuration barcodes to print. Advancements in the LED technology used in the imager-based readers significantly improve the illumination of the target field of view, resulting in higher scan efficiency. Whether used in Single Trigger or Continuous Mode, the ergonomic design of the reader will help to promote comfortable handling during extended periods of use. See "Interface Selection"on page 29 for a listing and descriptions of available interface sets by model type. The BC40xx Radio Base Base LEDs LEDs on the Gryphon I Base provide information about the Base s status, as shown in Figure 1. Figure 1. Gryphon I Base LEDs YELLOW LED BUTTON RED LED / GREEN LED Product Reference Guide 11

14 Introduction The following table describes the significance of each LED: LED Power on / Data Charging Charge completed Charging + Charge completed STATUS Yellow On = Base is powered Yellow Blinking = Base receives data and commands from the Host or the Reader. Red On = Battery charging is in progress. Green On = the Battery is completely charged. Red and Green Blinking together = the Reader is not correctly placed onto the Base. See Base Station Indications (Cordless Models ONLY) on page 333 for more specific details on the LEDs. Base Button The Base contains a button which is used primarily to perform a paging function. Pressing the button causes a sound signal to be emitted by all scanners linked with this Base, as long as the scanner is awake (see Powerdown Timeout on page 266) and reception is enabled (see Sleep Mode Timeout on page 94). The button can also be used to "force device connection" via the Datalogic Aladdin Software tool (available for free download from the Datalogic website). See the Aladdin Online Help for details. See Base Station Indications (Cordless Models ONLY) on page 333 for further information on Base Button functions. BC40XX UV Counterfeit Detection The BC40XX Radio Base is available with a UV Counterfeit Money Detector, typically used to verify the authenticity of bank notes. Other uses for counterfeit detection are passport, ticket, credit card, travelers check and similar applications where it is possible to detect fluorescent marks with UV light. The detector contains eight special UV LEDs, as shown below: UV LEDs 12 Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT4100/L GD4300

15 BC40XX UV Counterfeit Detection The Counterfeit Detector is based on UV fluorescent emission. Real banknotes under ultraviolet rays usually absorb the UV light and will show special marks made with fluorescent inks. On the other hand, most counterfeit banknotes only reflect the UV lights, without showing fluorescent marks. To use: 1. Quickly press the Base button to light the UV LEDs. 2. Hold the item to be verified under the LED lights to ensure that the special fluorescent marks are visible. 3. The LEDs are set to switch off automatically after about 2 minutes. To keep the UV LEDs in always-on mode, quickly press the Base button a second time within 10 seconds of the first press. To switch them off, simply press the button again. An external power supply is necessary for full functionality of the Base station with UV Counterfeit Detector. Use only the recommended AC adapter 12Vdc. Product Reference Guide 13

16 Introduction Display The Gryphon GM4100 is available with an optional Display. The Display features 4 lines and 16 characters, and offers icons and three additional keys to allow a better interaction with a remote host. Fonts, contrast, backlight and other parameters can be configured for the Display. See Display Features on page 274 and Message Formatting on page 323 for more information. Figure 2. Gryphon I Display Battery Safety To reinstall, charge and/or perform any other action on the battery, follow the instructions in this manual. Before installing the Battery, read Battery Safety on this and the following pages. Datalogic recommends annual replacement of rechargeable battery packs to ensure maximum performance. WARNING Do not discharge the battery using any device except for the scanner. When the battery is used in devices other than the designated product, it may damage the battery or reduce its life expectancy. If the device causes an abnormal current to flow, it may cause the battery to become hot, explode or ignite and cause serious injury. Lithium-ion battery packs may get hot, explode or ignite and cause serious injury if exposed to abusive conditions. Be sure to follow the safety warnings listed below: Do not place the battery pack in fire or heat. Do not connect the positive terminal and negative terminal of the battery pack to each other with any metal object (such as wire). Do not carry or store the battery pack together with metal objects. Do not pierce the battery pack with nails, strike it with a hammer, step on it or otherwise subject it to strong impacts or shocks. Do not solder directly onto the battery pack. Do not expose the battery pack to liquids, or allow the battery to get wet. Do not apply voltages to the battery pack contacts. 14 Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT4100/L GD4300

17 Battery Safety WARNING CAUTION In the event the battery pack leaks and the fluid gets into your eye, do not rub the eye. Rinse well with water and immediately seek medical care. If left untreated, the battery fluid could cause damage to the eye. Always charge the battery at F (0-40 C) temperature range. Use only the authorized power supplies, battery pack, chargers, and docks supplied by your Datalogic reseller. The use of any other power supplies can damage the device and void your warranty. Do not disassemble or modify the battery. The battery contains safety and protection devices, which, if damaged, may cause the battery to generate heat, explode or ignite. Do not place the battery in or near fire, on stoves or other high temperature locations. Do not place the battery in direct sunlight, or use or store the battery inside cars in hot weather. Doing so may cause the battery to generate heat, explode or ignite. Using the battery in this manner may also result in a loss of performance and a shortened life expectancy. Do not place the battery in microwave ovens, high-pressure containers or on induction cookware. Immediately discontinue use of the battery if, while using, charging or storing the battery, the battery emits an unusual smell, feels hot, changes color or shape, or appears abnormal in any other way. Do not replace the battery pack when the device is turned on. Do not remove or damage the battery pack s label. Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any part. Battery pack usage by children should be supervised. As with other types of batteries, Lithium-Ion (LI) batteries will lose capacity over time. Capacity deterioration is noticeable after one year of service whether the battery is in use or not. It is difficult to precisely predict the finite life of a LI battery, but cell manufacturers rate them at 500 charge cycles. In other words, the batteries should be expected to take 500 full discharge / charge cycles before needing replacement. This number is higher if partial discharging / recharging is adhered to rather than full / deep discharging,. Storage of batteries for long time at fully charged status or at fully discharged status should be avoided. Only in case of long storage, to avoid deep discharge of the battery it is recommended to partially recharge the battery every three months to keep the charge status at a medium level. As a reference, run a fast recharge for 20 minutes every three months on unused products to avoid any performance deterioration of the cell. The useful life of LI batteries depends on usage and number of charges, etc., after which they should be removed from service, especially in mission critical applications. Do not continue to use a battery showing excessive loss of capacity, it should be properly recycled / disposed of and replaced. Collect and recycle waste batteries separately from the device in compliance with European Directive 2006/66/EC, 2002/95/EC, 2002/96/EC and subsequent modifications, US and China regulatory and others laws and regulations about the environment. Product Reference Guide 15

18 Introduction Programming the Reader Configuration Methods Programming Barcodes The reader is factory-configured with a standard set of default features. After scanning the interface barcode, you can select other options and customize your reader through use of the instructions and programming barcode labels available in the corresponding features section for your interface. Customizable settings for many features are found in "Configuration Using Barcodes" starting on page 37. Some programming labels, like "Restore Custom Defaults"on page 34, require only the scan of the single label to enact the change. Most, however, require the reader to be placed in Programming Mode prior to scanning them. Scan an ENTER/EXIT barcode once to enter Programming Mode. Once the reader is in Programming Mode, scan a number of parameter settings before scanning the ENTER/EXIT barcode a second time, which will then accept your changes, exit Programming Mode and return the reader to normal operation. There are some exceptions to the typical programming sequence described above. Please read the description and setting instructions carefully when configuring each programmable feature. Datalogic Aladdin Datalogic Aladdin is a multi-platform utility program providing a quick and user-friendly configuration method via the RS-232/USB-COM interface. Aladdin is available on the CD- ROM provided with your product, and also from the Datalogic website. Aladdin allows you to program the reader by selecting configuration commands through a user-friendly graphical interface running on a PC. These commands are sent to the reader over the selected communication interface, or they can be printed as barcodes to be scanned. Aladdin also provides the ability to perform a software upgrade for the connected device (see the Datalogic Aladdin Help On-Line for more details). 16 Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT4100/L GD4300

19 Chapter 2 Setup Unpacking Check carefully to ensure the reader and any accessories ordered are present and undamaged. If any damage occurred during shipment, contact Datalogic Technical Support. Information is shown on page 10. KEEP THE PACKAGING. Should the unit ever require service, it should be returned in its original shipping container. Setting Up the Reader Depending on whether you are using a Corded or Mobile version of the Gryphon, follow the steps provided in this section to connect and get your reader up and communicating with its host. 1. Begin by Installing the Interface Cable (Corded) or Connecting the Base Station (Mobile) 2. Go to Interface Selection and set the desired interface. 3. Configure Interface Settings (only if not using factory settings for that interface) 4. Go to Configuring Other Features (if modifications are needed from factory settings) Product Reference Guide 17

20 Setup Installing the Interface Cable For Corded versions, connect the reader cable by inserting the cable into the handle as shown in Figure 3. To remove it, insert a paper clip into the release aperture, then unplug the cable. Figure 3. Connect/disconnect the cable RS-232 Serial Connection Turn off power to the terminal/pc and connect the reader to the terminal/pc serial port via the RS-232 cable as shown in Figure 4. If the terminal will not support POT (Power Off the Terminal) to supply reader power, use the approved power supply (AC Adapter). Plug the AC Adapter barrel connector into the socket on the RS-232 cable connector and the AC Adapter plug into a standard power outlet. Figure 4. RS-232 Connection 18 Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT 4100/L GD4300

21 Installing the Interface Cable Keyboard Wedge Connection The Keyboard Wedge cable has a Y connection from the reader. Connect the female to the male end from the keyboard and the remaining end at the keyboard port at the terminal/pc. Reference Figure 5. Figure 5. Keyboard Wedge Interface connection USB Connection Connect the reader to a USB port on the terminal/pc using the correct USB cable for the interface type you ordered. Reference Figure 6. Figure 6. USB connection Other connection types are described below and illustrated in Figure 7. Product Reference Guide 19

22 Setup Figure 7. Other Interface Connections USB or... IBM Keyboard Wedge or... Specific cables are required for connection to different hosts. The connectors illustrated above are examples only. Actual connectors may vary from those illustrated, but the steps to connect the reader remain the same. RF Models The power supply connects directly to the base (not on the cable's jack) for all configurations. For all interfaces (except RS-232) a power supply is recommended but not necessary, because the base can be powered from the Host. When the base is powered from the Host, select a slow charge rate. Configuring the Base Station The base charger/station may be configured in desk application to hold the reader in two different positions, either a horizontal or standing position, in order to provide the most comfortable use depending on needs. Standing Horizontal 20 Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT 4100/L GD4300

23 Changing the Base Station Position Configuring the Base Station The base station is configured by installing one of two sets of mechanical parts that come with the cordless kit. The default mounts (shown below) provide three options: vertical (wall) mounting, standing (45 ), or horizontal mounting with a higher mechanical retention of the scanner. Use the other mounts only for horizontal mounting, with lower retention of the scanner. The different parts may be interchanged to customize retention preferences. A tool such as a rigid pen or a flat screwdriver can be used to change the mounts. Do not allow it to touch the contacts. 1. Insert the appropriate parts for the desired base station position, as shown below. Standing, Horizontal or Vertical Horizontal Only CAUTION To ensure best contact and performance, do not intermix the parts of the two different mount sets. 2. Using your thumbs, push open the plastic tabs on the bottom of the base to free the wing holders. Tab Tab Product Reference Guide 21

24 Setup 3. The stand can now be repositioned in either horizontal or standing position. Horizontal Standing Connecting the Base Station Figure 8 shows how to connect the Base Station to a terminal, PC or other host device. Turn off the host before connection and consult the manual for that equipment (if necessary) before proceeding. Connect the interface cable before applying power to the Base Station. The Gryphon GBT4100 can be set up to require a PIN code when connecting to the host. To connect to a system that uses a custom security PIN, follow the procedure in "Connecting the Base when Security Pin is Enabled" on page 25. For information on how to configure this feature, see BT Security Mode, starting on page 280. Base Station Connection and Routing: Fully insert the Power Cable and Interface (I/F) Cable connectors into their respective ports in the underside of the Base Station (see Figure 8). Then connect to an AC Adapter, and plug the AC power cord into the (wall) outlet. Gryphon Mobile can also be Powered by the Terminal. The external power supply is recommended but not necessary. When powered by the Terminal, the battery charger is automatically set as Slow charge. For some specific interfaces or hosts or lengths of cable, the use of an external power supply may be recommended for full recharging capability (see "Technical Specifications, starting on page 327" for more details). 22 Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT 4100/L GD4300

25 Configuring the Base Station Figure 8. Connecting the Base Station I/F Cable DC Power Cord Base Station AC/DC Adapter Wall plug Connector Securing the DC Power Cord (Optional) The DC power cord for the adapter can be secured to the bottom of the base in order to maximize the mechanical retention of the cable itself. The routing of the power cord can be changed to accommodate the base station positioning: horizontal, stand or wall mounting. The cables can be looped around to the front of the Base Station, or fed directly out the back of the Base Station, as shown in Figure 9. Figure 9. Options for routing the DC cord Please refer to the arrows depicted on the bottom of the base when placing the cables, detailed in Figure 10. Product Reference Guide 23

26 Setup Figure 10. Arrows showing routing Host Connection: Verify before connection that the reader s cable type is compatible with your host equipment. Most connections plug directly into the host device as shown below. Keyboard Wedge interface cables have a Y connection where its female end mates with the male end of the cable from the keyboard and the remaining end at the keyboard port on the terminal/pc. Figure 11. Connecting to the Host USB or... or... Wand IBM Keyboard Wedge or... Power Connection : Plug the AC Adapter in to an approved AC wall socket with the cable facing downwards (as shown in Figure 8) to prevent undue strain on the socket. Gryphon Mobile can also be Powered by the Terminal. The external power supply is recommended but not necessary. When powered by the Terminal, the battery charger is automatically set as Slow charge. Disconnecting the Cable: To detach the cable, insert a paper clip or similar object into the hole on the base, as shown in Figure Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT 4100/L GD4300

27 Configuring the Base Station Figure 12. Disconnecting the Cable Insert Paper Clip Connecting the Base when Security Pin is Enabled When connecting the Base to a system that has a custom Security Pin enabled, follow the steps below in the order shown: 1. Power down the host system. 2. Connect the appropriate interface cable into the Base as shown in Figure 11 on page Place the reader in the Base. 4. Power up the host. The reader will link to the Base. 5. When the host completely powers up, a new custom Security Pin Code may be sent to the reader and Base, depending on host configuration. Contact Datalogic Technical Support for more information. To change security settings or set up a PIN, see BT Security Mode, starting on page 280. Linking the Reader to a Base Station RF Devices For RF devices, before configuring the interface it is necessary to link the handheld with the base. To link the handheld and the base, press the trigger to wake it and place it on the base. If the reader was previously linked to another base, you must first scan the Unlink action command before re-linking to the new base. Unlink Product Reference Guide 25

28 Setup BT Models only Remember: The mandatory condition for establishing a new linking between a BT handheld and a BT base is that the handheld is unlinked and they share the same security configuration. A successful link is indicated by three ascending tones from the reader. A high-low-high-low tone indicates the link attempt was unsuccessful. A single green LED flash after this tone indicates no Base Station was discovered. Two green LED flashes after this tone indicates that more than one Base Station was discovered and the reader did not link. Three LED flashes after this tone indicate a security error. Linking a BT Reader to a PC The reader can optionally be linked to a Bluetooth-enabled PC with the serial port profile, in either server mode or client mode, or with human interface device profile (HID). Linking to a PC in Server Mode (BT Slave Mode) To link a BT reader in server mode to a Bluetooth-enabled PC, follow these steps: 1. Install any drivers provided with the Bluetooth adapter. 2. Scan the Link to a PC in Server Mode barcode to make the scanner visible to the host computer.. Link to a PC in Server Mode 3. Use the host computer s Bluetooth manager to Discover new devices and select "Datalogic Scanner." If you receive an error message, it may be necessary to disable security on the device. 4. Select connect on the PC to link the reader to the PC. Use an RS-232 terminal program to see incoming data on the port designated by the computer's Bluetooth manager. Linking to a PC in Client Mode (BT Master Mode) The reader can optionally be linked in client mode to a Bluetooth-enabled PC with the serial port profile. To do this, follow these steps: 1. Ensure the PC or terminal can network with Bluetooth devices and that it is powered on. 2. Ensure that a COM port is assigned under Services within the Bluetooth setup menu. 3. Create a Link label that contains the address of the PC Bluetooth adapter. NOTE The Bluetooth address can be found under "Properties" within in the Bluetooth setup menu. 26 Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT 4100/L GD4300

29 GRYPHON I System and Network Layouts The link label is a Code 128 function 3 label with the following format: <FN3 char>lnkb<12 character bluetooth address> 4. Scan the link label you created in step 3. Linking to a PC in HID 1. Install any drivers provided with the Bluetooth adapter. 2. Scan the Link to a PC in HID barcode below to make the scanner visible to the host computer. Link to a PC in HID 3. Use the host computer's Bluetooth manager to "Discover new devices" and select "Datalogic Scanner." If you receive an error message, it may be necessary to disable security on the device. 4. Select "connect" on the PC to link the reader to the PC. Use a text editing program to see incoming data from the reader. GRYPHON I System and Network Layouts Stand Alone Layouts Figure 13. Single Reader Layout Product Reference Guide 27

30 Setup Figure 14. Multiple Reader Layout Gryphon M4100 only (not valid for BT model) In stand alone systems, each cradle is connected to a single Host. Figure 15. Multiple Stand Alone Layouts Gryphon M4100 only (not valid for BT model) Many stand alone connections can operate in the same physical area without interference, provided all readers and cradles in the system have different addresses. 28 Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT 4100/L GD4300

31 Interface Selection Interface Selection Upon completing the physical connection between the reader and its host, proceed to Table 1 starting on page 30 to select the interface type the reader is connected to (for example: RS-232, Keyboard Wedge, USB, etc.). Scan the appropriate barcode in that section to configure your system s correct interface type. Each reader model will support one of the following sets of host interfaces: General Purpose Models RS-232 RS-232 OPOS USB Keyboard Wedge Wand Emulation Retail Point of Sale Models RS-232 RS-232 OPOS USB IBM 46XX Setting the Interface Scan the programming barcode from this section which selects the appropriate interface type matching the system the reader will be connected to. Next, proceed to the corresponding section in this manual (also listed in Table 1 starting on page 30) to configure any desired settings and features associated with that interface. Unlike some programming features and options, interface selections require that you scan only one programming barcode label. DO NOT scan an ENTER/EXIT barcode prior to scanning an interface selection barcode. Some interfaces require the scanner to start in the disabled state when powered up. If additional scanner configuration is desired while in this state, pull the trigger and hold it for five seconds. The scanner will change to a state that allows programming with barcodes. Product Reference Guide 29

32 Setup Table 1. Available Interfaces RS-232 FEATURES RS-232 standard interface Select RS232-STD Select RS232-WN RS-232 for use with OPOS/UPOS/JavaPOS RS-232 Wincor-Nixdorf Select RS-232 OPOS Set RS-232 Interface Features starting on page 41 IBM Select USB-COM-STD a USB Com to simulate RS-232 standard interface FEATURES Select IBM-P5B IBM-46xx Port 9B reader interface USB-OEM Select USB-OEM IBM-46xx Port 5B reader interface Select IBM-P9B USB-OEM (can be used for OPOS/UPOS/JavaPOS) Set IBM Interface Features starting on page 69 FEATURES Set USB-OEM Interface Features starting on page 67 a. Download the correct USB Com driver from 30 Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT 4100/L GD4300

33 Interface Selection KEYBOARD FEATURES AT, PS/ , , 50, 50Z, 60, 70, 80, 90 & 95 w/standard Key Encoding Select KBD-AT Keyboard Wedge for IBM AT PS2 with standard key encoding but without external keyboard Select KBD-AT-NK AT, PS/ , , 50, 50Z, 60, 70, 80, 90 & 95 w/alternate Key Select KBD-AT-ALT-NK Select KBD-AT-ALT Keyboard Wedge for IBM AT PS2 with alternate key encoding but without external keyboard Set KEYBOARD WEDGE Interface Features starting on page 55 PC/XT w/standard Key Encoding Select KBD-XT Keyboard Wedge for IBM Terminal 3153 Select KBD-IBM-3153 Product Reference Guide 31

34 Setup KEYBOARD cont. FEATURES Keyboard Wedge for IBM Terminals 31xx, 32xx, 34xx, 37xx make only keyboard Select KBD-IBM-M Keyboard Wedge for IBM Terminals 31xx, 32xx, 34xx, 37xx make break keyboard Select KBD-IBM-MB Keyboard Wedge for DIGITAL Terminals VT2xx, VT3xx, VT4xx Select KBD-DIG-VT USB Keyboard with standard key encoding Set KEYBOARD WEDGE Interface Features starting on page 55 Select USB Keyboard USB Keyboard with alternate key encoding Select USB Alternate Keyboard USB Keyboard for Apple computers WAND EMULATION Select USB-KBD-APPLE FEATURES Wand Emulation Select WAND Set WAND Interface Features starting on page Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT 4100/L GD4300

35 Customizing Configuration Settings Customizing Configuration Settings Configure Interface Settings If after scanning the interface barcode from the previous table, your installation requires you to select options to further customize your reader, turn to the appropriate section for your interface type in "Configuration Using Barcodes" starting on page 37. "RS-232 ONLY Interface" on page 41 "RS-232/USB-Com Interfaces" on page 46 "Keyboard Interface" on page 55 "USB-OEM Interface" on page 67 "IBM 46XX Interface" on page 69 "Wand Emulation Interface" on page 73 Global Interface Features See "Global Interface Features" on page 39 for settings configurable by all interface types. Configuring Other Features If your installation requires different programming than the standard factory default settings, the following sections of this manual allow configuration of non-interface-specific settings you might require: Reading Parameters: Reading Parameters include programming for scanning, beeper and LED indicators and other universal settings. Code Selection: Includes options concerning the barcode label types (symbologies). These settings allow you to enable/disable symbologies, set label lengths, require check digit, etc. Wireless Features: Contains programming options for RF and Bluetooth models only. Laser Features: Describes options and programming specific to laser models. Software Version Transmission The software version of the device can be transmitted over the RS-232 and Keyboard interfaces by scanning the following label. Transmit Software Version Product Reference Guide 33

36 Setup Resetting the Product Configuration to Defaults Restore Custom Defaults If you aren t sure what programming options are in your imager, or you ve changed some options and want to restore the Custom Default Configuration that may have been saved in the scanner, scan the Restore Custom Default Configuration barcode below. This will restore the custom configuration for the currently active interface. Custom defaults are based on the interface type. Configure the imager for the correct interface before scanning this label. Restore Custom Default Configuration Restore Factory Configuration If you want to restore the Factory Configuration for your imager, scan either the Restore USA Factory Configuration barcode or the Restore EU Factory Configuration barcode below. Both labels restore the scanner configuration to the factory settings, including the interface type. The USA label restores Label IDs to those historically used in the USA. The EU label restores Label IDs to those historically used in Europe. The Label ID sets for USA and EU are shown in the Label ID section on page 81 of this manual. Restore USA Factory Configuration Restore EU Factory Configuration The programming items listed in the following sections show the factory default settings for each of the menu commands. 34 Gryphon I GD4100/GM4100/GBT 4100/L GD4300